Manufacturing Natural Menthol Crystals – Aromatic and Allied
Not many things are as cool and useful as menthol crystals in the world of nice-smelling stuff. They smell great and can be used in lots of things, like medicine, makeup, candy, and even in stuff that makes you feel relaxed. Among all the companies in this field, Aromatic and Allied stand out.
Menthol crystals are like tiny powerhouses of freshness. They're made from Mentha arvensis plants and have a cool, refreshing scent. We're experts in making top-quality menthol crystals that are pure and packed with goodness. So, whether you need a breath of fresh air or a soothing sensation, our menthol crystals have got you covered.
Cultivating Nature's Bounty: Our Unique Connection with Farmers
We start our adventure in the lush fields where Mentha arvensis plants grow strong and healthy. These fields are where we team up with local farmers to grow mint together. We combine traditional farming methods with modern tools to ensure our mint is of the highest quality.
Our partnership with farmers is like a friendship. Our field officers teach them the best ways to grow mint. We have developed the EMT (early mint technology) along with scientists of CSIR – CIMAP that ensures the better yield of the essential oil of Mentha arvensis and also helps in saving a lot of water used for irrigation. We have developed many sustainable clusters for this crop.
Quality Assured: Our Promise of Authenticity
When you choose Aromatic and Allied, you're choosing quality you can trust; we back up with certifications like ISO 9001:2015, proving that our products meet the highest standards along with the WHO-GMP certificate that ensures an international practice and norms are followed for manufacturing Menthol crystals. Every batch of menthol crystals undergoes rigorous testing in our state-of-the-art labs to ensure they're pure and perfect. Our reputation speaks for itself - people around the globe rely on us to deliver the finest menthol crystals available.
At Aromatic and Allied, we're not just in the business of making menthol crystals; we're dedicated to setting a new standard of excellence. What makes us stand out is our commitment to every part of the process, from the very beginning to the final product. We're always pushing the boundaries of what's possible, thanks to our partnerships with top-notch scientific institutions like CSIR, CIMAP.
Extracting Menthol Crystal Production Process- Aromatic and Allied
We pride ourselves on our meticulous extraction process, ensuring that each menthol crystal encapsulates the pure essence of Mentha arvensis. Here's how we turn nature's bounty into exquisite crystals:
1. Harvesting Mint Leaves
We start making our menthol crystals by picking mint leaves of the Mentha arvensis plant in June month every year when the warm temperature is at its extreme. We make sure to choose the leaves when they are fresh and smell really nice. Skilled workers do this carefully. This step is super important because it ensures that we only use the best leaves for making our crystals. This way, we make sure that our menthol crystals are of top quality right from the start.
2. Steam Distillation
After we gather the mint leaves, we used a method of steam distillation. It's a traditional way of getting oils from leaves of Mentha arvensis. The field steam distillation units are installed near to harvesting areas and the freshly cut crops of Mentha arvensis are brought to make the distillation in order to extract the purest essential oil of Mentha arvensis. This is the raw material that is used to make menthol crystals. Generally, the L-Menthol content ranges from 68% - 75% in this oil.
3. Fractional Distillation
The steam-distilled crude oil is brought to the AAC factory where the oil is fed inside the fractional distillation unit. Here the fractions of the terpenes are taken out by fractionation technology. Removing the pungent aroma terpenes helps to make the final product of menthol crystals smell more strong, more pure and more cooling. This technology also helps in removing the pale-yellow color from the crude arvensis oil and we remove the off tones from the crude oil.
4. Freezing and Crystallization
The fractionated and clean, colorless Mentha arvensis oil is then loaded inside the freezers where the temperature is brought down to -10 degree Celsius temperature. This special cooling process helps the molecules of menthol oil arrange themselves into tiny crystals. It's like when water turns into ice. These crystals are super pure and concentrated.
5. Centrifugation
The frozen crystals are then taken out from freezers and loaded into the Centrifugation machines with high rpm in order to separate mother liquor (known a DMO – dementholised oil) from menthol crystals.
6. Purification & Scanning
After the menthol crystals are formed through crystallization, they undergo a thorough purification process. This process is crucial to eliminate any impurities or foreign substances that might be present. Maintaining the integrity, quality, and purity of the crystals is paramount to meet the high standards set by Aromatic and Allied. Advanced purification methods (removing any dust particulates, iron, etc.) are employed to ensure that the desirable characteristics of the crystals, such as their soothing menthol sensation and invigorating aroma, are preserved intact. This process is done by automatic machines as well as manually.
7. Grading
The purified crystals are then passed via the grading machines having sieves of different mesh sizes. This ensures to separation of the different sizes of crystals made therein starting from menthol powder to big-sized menthol crystals.
8. Drying
After we separate the menthol crystals of different grades, we make sure they're completely dry. This helps get rid of any leftover moisture. Drying them well is important because it makes the crystals more stable and ensures they last longer. Plus, it keeps them in perfect condition until they get to you, so you can enjoy them just as fresh as when they were made.
9. Completion of the Process: Final Menthol Crystals
Once all the steps are done with great care, the menthol crystals are finally ready in their complete form. Different grades of Pure and Natural Menthol are packed separately. Each crystal is a result of our commitment to excellence, promising unmatched freshness, strength and fragrance for our customers to enjoy.
10. Packaging and Distribution
The pure menthol crystals undergo meticulous packaging to safeguard their freshness and scent, guaranteeing their arrival to customers worldwide in peak condition. Whether intended for medicinal or artisanal use, every package embodies our steadfast commitment to delivering unparalleled quality and purity, showcasing Aromatic and Allied unwavering pursuit of excellence. Different grades that are packed separately are kept in different warehouses in order to cater to the needs of our clients per their required grades.
Worldwide Distribution: Sharing Quality Across all over world
At Aromatic and Allied, our mission is to share our dedication to quality on a global scale. We're proud to have exported our premium menthol crystals to destinations across the world since 1977. With our robust network and streamlined logistics, we guarantee prompt and secure delivery to every corner of the globe. Whether it's supplying pharmaceutical giants in Europe, cosmetic innovators in Asia, or artisanal creators in America, we're committed to ensuring that our unmatched quality reaches everyone.
Take a trip with us through the wonderful world of scents, where each crystal shares a story of careful work, expertise and dedication. Choose Aromatic and Allied for an amazing experience that you won't find anywhere else.
